San Pedro Square Market Neighborhood Events 2013: Join us in welcoming back the FRIDAY weekly farmers' market in San Pedro Square!

Beginning on May 3rd, 2013, The cozy outdoor market will take place each Friday, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. along a charming block of San Pedro Street between Santa Clara and St. John streets.

The market, featuring the fresh produce of more than 30 California-based growers, is produced in conjunction with Pacific Coast Farmers’ Market Association, the San Jose Downtown Association, and is being presented by Kaiser Permanente.

This coming celebratory year, PCFMA’s markets will be filled with a variety of exciting events. There will be a special photo exhibition featuring the farmers who work so hard to bring fresh local produce to market. There will be a timeline banner on view, showing the growth of the fresh and sustainable food to table movement and PCFMA’s part in it over the last 25 years. Special anniversary activities will include free cake, kids’ activities and arts and crafts, an appearance by Mr. Carrot at each market, cooking demonstrations with the Cookin’ the Market chefs, fun promotional giveaways like recycled bags, pens, or mugs, lots of enter to win contests, and a very special contest to win $2,500!! Visit pcfma.com/2500 for contest rules and requirements.

With more than 200 craft beers, the Market Beer Co. is the newest addition to the San Pedro Square Market. The brews come in 22-oz. bottles, otherwise known as bombers, and shortly many will be available on tap. Stop by and grab a beer with Jake and the rest of his knowledgable staff.

San Pedro Square Market Live Music: Join San Jose Jazz and the Music At the Market series for a live show with Sabrosito, on Friday May 3rd, 2013 @ 7:00pm

Brothers Manuel and Joe Constancio founded Sabrosito from their passion for guitar playing. Centered within the traditions of Folk Mexican, Tex-Mex, and various Latin styles, their current repertoire includes exciting rhythms of cumbia, ranchera, bolero, cha-cha, and huapango.

Led by singer Suzanne St. John and passionate guitarist David Crane, The Pearl Alley Band brings raw, brawling energy to blues audiences, a self-described Black Crowes meets Janis Joplin. The band played throughout Santa Cruz for ten years, including popular venues Moe's Alley, Fog Bank, and Seabright Brewery, until transitioning its "headquarters" to San Jose in 2011.

The group plays with blues veterans Dennis Dove on drums, Doug Mancini on bass and Dave Pierce on keys. They recorded and released a self titled CD of blues originals in 2003.

San Pedro Square Market will be teaming up with the San Francisco 49ers for the 2013 Draft Bash presented by Bud Light on April 25th from 4-9 PM. The Draft Bash will include food, music and entertainment, interactive sponsor booths, the latest 49ers merchandise, and the live broadcast of the 2013 NFL Draft which begins promptly at 5 p.m. to be displayed on large outdoor screens. Performances by the Gold Rush Cheerleaders, Niner Noise, and guest appearances by Sourdough Sam, 49ers players and alumni are expected.

Fans will be kept in the know with draft-day commentary from 49ers all-time great, Dwight Clark, and the voice of the team, Ted Robinson.

This is a FREE all ages event but attendees must register online to obtain tickets. Get the details here and signup for tickets here.

One part Exile on Main Street, one part Damn the Torpedoes, a dash of In Color, served up Live and Dangerous. 70s flavored boogie rock that harkens back to the Big Hooks and Big Guitars before all the big hair. Highly recommended for those who like to get down and get with it. Coming soon to a watering hole near you.

San Pedro Square Market Live Music Presents: Stacy Carter | Friday April 19th @ 7:00pm | ALL AGES |FREE SHOW

Born in San Mateo, California, Stacy Carter’s singing career started when her mother first entered her in the California Miss Pageant System. She kept competing, singing in school choir and musical theatre, performing at Great America in Santa Clara, and later becoming 4th runner up for the title of Miss San Jose. Her fame spans across the globe; Stacy moved to Japan and opened for R&B groups Klymaxx and Lakeside, recorded an album, and did voiceover work. This is where she found her love of jazz.

Since returning to the States, Stacy has continued performing in venues around the Bay Area, including a three month residency at Yoshi’s in San Francisco. She currently resides musically at Forli Ristorante in Alamo, CA.

Beautiful natives will be in bloom, experts on hand to give you advice on your garden, and beautiful & unique gifts will be available in the garden boutique...including: jewelry, scarves, glazed pots, books and more!

Check it out and bring a friend to the Poppy Farm, located at the San Pedro Square Market in Downtown San Jose.